Back pain is one of the most common pain complaints that pain management physicians see. 80% of individuals will experience some sort of acute back pain in their lifetime while others may suffer from chronic pain as a result of a condition or injury. Several different factors can attribute to back … [Read more...] about Interventional Treatment Options for Lower Back Pain
Failed Back Surgery Syndrome
Failed back surgery syndrome (FBSS) is the term used for continued pain a patient has after an unsuccessful back surgery. The patient is usually referred to a pain management specialist to treat existing pain. The goal of spinal surgery is to decompress a nerve root or to stabilize a … [Read more...] about Failed Back Surgery Syndrome
How is Spinal Stenosis Diagnosed?
What is Spinal Stenosis? The spine consists of bones called vertebrae. The job of these bones is to provide stability and support for the upper body. Nerves run through the openings in the vertebrae and transmit signals from the brain to the rest of the body. If the surrounding bones or tissues … [Read more...] about How is Spinal Stenosis Diagnosed?
How to Treat Degenerative Disc Disease
Degenerative disc disease (DDD) describes a group of symptoms that results from age-related wear-and-tear of the spinal discs. It could also be a result of an acute spinal injury that causes the spinal column to deteriorate or break down. Despite its name, degenerative disc disease is, … [Read more...] about How to Treat Degenerative Disc Disease
Compression Fractures and Osteoporosis
As we age, our bones get weak, thin, and prone to diseases such as osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is a medical condition where your bones become fragile and weak. This is typically because of hormonal changes, loss of tissue, or calcium and vitamin deficiency. Osteoporosis can go unnoticed for … [Read more...] about Compression Fractures and Osteoporosis
Nerve Blocks for Pain Management
Many times, a group of nerves – called a plexus or ganglion – causes pain to an area of the body. This pain can be “turned off” by using a specific type of injection that blocks the pain signal from reaching the brain. This is called a nerve block. Nerve blocks are used to treat chronic pain when … [Read more...] about Nerve Blocks for Pain Management
Joint Pain
Pain and inflammation can occur in any joint in the body and for a wide variety of causes but most commonly it is caused by arthritis. Nearly 54 million Americans suffer from joint pain caused by arthritis. Symptoms can range from mild discomfort to debilitating, all-consuming pain. Diagnosing … [Read more...] about Joint Pain
Early Signs & Symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disease that targets the skin, lungs, eyes, heart, blood vessels, and joints with damaging inflammation. As many as 1.3 million Americans – 1 percent of the world’s population – were diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis last year. While the … [Read more...] about Early Signs & Symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis
10 Causes of Lower Back Pain
Lower back pain is a medical condition that millions of people experience in their lifetimes. In fact, it’s one of the most common chronic pain conditions that people live with for many years of their lives. Reasons for Pain in the Lower Back If you are experiencing lower back pain, there … [Read more...] about 10 Causes of Lower Back Pain